Container shipping Hamburg to Apra

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port (GUAPR)? Sea freight has many pluses: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is efficient and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a container by sea with liquid bulk or factory parts is easy with shippinglines like Evergreen Marine Corporation. There are various types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: a complete full container (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com we provide you with accurate information regarding international transport Piti (GU APR). You can read useful information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Further on you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Fill out the form and get a quote with low prices and great conditions.

Ocean shipping is a good, trouble-free and cost-effective way to ship high volume products.
Advantages compared to air freight: there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for worldwide removals and shipping container cargo or bikes.
The Port of Apra is one of the biggest ports of Guam.
The range of containers includes: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Insulated, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port (GUAPR) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your material is packed tightly in a container. The intermediary (freight forwarder) have a special container prepared. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure Piti (GU APR), and will be shipped over the sea to the recipient at the destination harbor. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the list below we offer useful information about the POD (Port Of Destination).

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Apra
Country of destination	Guam
Port Code	GUAPR
Transit Time	+/- 52 days
Shipping costs	$$
Local address	1026 Cabras Highway, Suite 201, Piti 96915, Guam
Mail	webmaster@portofguam.com
Website	www.portofguam.com
Phone number	671-477-5931

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Apra

Enter freight details
Enter the port of departure and the POD. Also indicate whether you choose FCL (Full Container Load) or LCL (Less than Container Load). Also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Loading the freight
First of all, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To prevent damage, it is a good idea to use pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you ship cargo to Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port (GUAPR), you must send required export documents (on behalf of national customs): export/import customs declaration, packing list, packing declaration, bill of lading, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a required document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that everything is ready to ship.
Find your incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The chosen Incoterm decides who will pay for things like transit, insurance and customs clearance. The most common incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use cargo tracking to check where your load is right now. You can see in realtime when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading (POL), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port (GUAPR) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container type

You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Apra – (GU APR) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Compare the options and ask an appropriate container. Based on your load you choose a size (20ft & 40ft) and different container agreements (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the following summary you will find useful information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. Check also more information about Palletwide Containers.

What you need to know about the 20 foot container

20 ft. containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are relatively easy to ship, so the transport costs are quite low. Suitable for all types of cargo, including household goods or international removals. Keep in mind: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.

This box offers a solution for sending goods overseas.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.500 kg.

Information and benefits of 40ft container

The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it a popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. Tip: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ deal. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Very suitable for high products.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.300 kilogram.

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When is a FCL container a good choice?

If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then it is usually better to book a full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. It is a popular transport method: efficient transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and the rates are more favorable. There are also disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and you have higher inventory costs. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port (GUAPR) and Rotterdam to Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port (GUAPR).

The concept of FCL is that you get the universal right to your own container.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk, COSCO.

Information about LCL containers

When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The goal of LCL is that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. You benefit from many advantages: perfect for shipping small loads, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Watch out: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The cost of LCL is based on the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.

The goal of LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 2,5 m3 & 15 m3.
Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM, POL, HMM.

Information about other types of containers

The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your items. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. But there are also specific options for liquid bulk, onions, potatoes, vegetables or very exclusive stuff. We explain everything below. You can also check more information about shipping to Dalian (CNDLC), port of Ploce (HRPLE), Plymouth (GBPLY) harbor and terminal Limassol (CYLMS).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like like grain and ore.
Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.

Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
Palletwide Containers: perfect for transporting cargo on europellets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Important types of ocean cargo: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?

Exporting stuff by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Apra (GUAPR) has a lot of pluses: attractive rates, it is effective for large quantities of goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Frequently chosen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: containerized, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, neo bulk, dry bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.

Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, gasoline, kerosene, diesel, biofuels, chemicals.
Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and sand, rods, salt, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
Retail & other: load like electronic goods, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, clothes, toys & furniture, fashion, machines, food, drinks.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

How long does it take to ship from Hamburg to Piti?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Apra takes on average 52 days. The total distance is approximately 13100 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 24261 km. When you export something, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. Shipping time is subject to displacement of the vessel, weather and delay at the port.

What are the average costs of shipping a container to Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port (GUAPR)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Apra (Guam) are average. The total cost is determined by various parts such as cargo volume and weight, season and supply and demand. Fill in the request form for a quote for your transport.

Which customs documents do you need?

When you are exporting goods to Piti, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are required: Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses. For more information about these duties then we advise you to contact the customs of Guam or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.portofguam.com).

What are Incoterms and which ones should you know?

The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? For transport by ship we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter pays for the costs of transporting the cargo to the named port of destination. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller takes care of the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).